Trade looming between the Red Wings and Penguins involving veteran defenseman

The Detroit Red Wings and the Pittsburgh Penguins are two of the biggest surprises this season. After disappointing results last season, the two organizations are off to a great start to the season.

The Wings and the Penguins are both 2nd in their respective divisions, with 18 points after 14 games.

According to a new report, the two teams could be poised to complete a trade.

Kyle Dubas and Steve Yzerman are in the same position: what they do next for the team will depend on how players perform on the ice.

In Pittsburgh, the team is likely to do a fire sale if they're not in a position to compete for a playoff spot.

In Detroit, returning to the playoffs this year isn't Yzerman's main goal, as his focus remains on developing the team, but if the team ends up in a great position before the trade deadline, don't be surprised to see a few moves happening.

A recent report confirmed that the Penguins have been looking for a left-handed defenseman on the trade market and that Erik Gustafsson could be a potential target.

The Wings defenseman has been playing in the AHL this season with the undefeated Grand Rapids Griffins.

In six games, he has scored six points, all assists.

At 33 years old, he still has what it takes to help a team win and would have a spot on Detroit's blue line if it weren't for all the young talent already on the team.

With a team like the Penguins, he could bring some interesting depth. With Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang on the right side, the left side could use some reinforcements.

If Dubas wants to target a player with a low price tag, Gustafsson could be a great fit, but as of now, it's hard to predict what will happen in Pittsburgh considering the team's performances so far this season.